Thousands of student-athletes representing almost 600
different academic institutions have been tabbed as 2012 NFCA All-America
Scholar Athletes. Five Lady Tigers received the academic accolades. Lauren
Aikens, Kenesha Phillips, Janell Plaza, Sabeana Romero and Ariel Siegel were
all selected for the honor.

The award is bestowed upon any player submitted by a member
coach who achieved a 3.50 grade point average or higher during the 2011-12
academic year. The honor marks the second component of the Association's
academic award program. Back in late October the squads with the highest
GPAs in each membership category were recognized as 2012 NFCA Top Ten
All-Academic Teams.